Prevention of airway problems such as Equine Asthma is the best way to protect your horse, but when not successful, what is next? Early intervention is paramount when dealing with the irreversible disease, equine asthma, commonly referred to as heaves, RAO or IAD. The disease starts off with a hypersensitivity reaction to particles in the air (e.g., dust, mould). These particles cause inflammation in the airways and restrict airflow. Heaves ‘Heaves’ is now called severe equine asthma as the horse will struggle to breathe even at rest. What is a Heave Line – the heave line develops along the lower … Continue reading Equine Asthma – Is your horse coughing?